2008 Fiat Idea vs. 2008 Renault Sandero
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Idea and 2008 Renault Sandero were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Idea (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Renault Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Idea weights approximately 39 kg more than 2008 Renault Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Idea | 2008 Renault Sandero | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Idea | Sandero |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1111 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |